Indianapolis Center for Congregations Inc
Indianapolis Center for Congregations Inc is a 501(c)(3) public charity based in Indianapolis, Indiana, established in 2002. The organization serves as a supporting organization of The Alban Institute, Inc. The Center operates five regional offices across Indiana to provide direct support to congregations throughout the state.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$62.6M
-8.1% YoY
Annual Giving
$7.6M
+105.1% YoY
Grant Count
336
+48.0% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$23K
+38.6% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The organization's purpose is to strengthen Indiana congregations by helping them find and use the best resources available to address their challenges and opportunities, and to share what they learn with the broader faith community nationwide.
The Center operates through four primary service areas:
- Grants: Matching and special grants to fund a wide range of congregational expenses, resources, and activities
- Consulting: Free consulting services that listen to congregational needs and connect them with tailored resources and solutions
- Education: In-person, virtual, and on-demand learning experiences featuring industry experts with practical tools and real-life examples
- Congregational Resource Guide (CRG): An online tool designed to help congregational leaders find resources to address unique challenges and needs
Grantmaking
The Center awarded grants to over 300 congregations in recent activity. Typical grant awards range from $5,006 to $100,000.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The Center serves congregations throughout Indiana, with five regional offices:
- Central: 303 North Alabama Street, Suite 100, Indianapolis, IN 46204 (317-237-7799)
- Northwest: 9801 Connecticut Drive, Suite 200, Crown Point, IN 46307 (219-472-4938)
- Northeast: 7906 Carnegie Boulevard, Fort Wayne, IN 46804 (260-435-1880)
- Southeast: 100 South Chestnut Street, Seymour, IN 47274
The organization provided resource consulting services to over 2,000 congregations across Indiana and sponsored educational events serving more than 1,500 people representing over 2,000 congregations from 109 faith groups or denominations.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of 2024:
- Total Assets: $62,584,839
- Total Revenues: $8,532,484
- Total Expenses: $14,494,511
- Total Giving: $7,864,790
- Number of Employees: 30
As of 2023:
- Total Assets: $68,100,000
- Total Revenues: $17,800,000
- Total Expenses: $9,970,000
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $62,584,839 | $68,109,717 | $58,729,431 |
| Revenue | $8,532,484 | $17,754,580 | $35,713,465 |
| Expenses | $14,494,511 | $9,973,828 | $8,671,687 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $3,057,276 | $1,270,406 | $815,443 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
250 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
4 open opportunities from Indianapolis Center for Congregations Inc
Equity Grant
Indianapolis Center for Congregations Inc
Amount
Up to $25,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Indianapolis Center For Congregations: Resource Grants
Indianapolis Center for Congregations Inc
Amount
Up to US $25,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Mental Health Initiative
Indianapolis Center for Congregations Inc
Amount
Up to $40,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Bachelor Creek Church of Christ ($40,000), Bethany Christian Church ($40,000), Beulah African Methodist Episcopal Church ($40,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| AAT Ministries Inc Indianapolis, IN | Post abortion care ministry 1/2024 | $25,000 |
| Aboite Baptist Church Fort Wayne, IN | Building Renovation 12/2023 | $25,000 |
| Abundant Grace Church of God in Christ Gary, IN | Roof Repair 3/2024 | $14,094 |
| Abundant Life Ministries Community Church Indianapolis, IN | Buidling Repairs 1/2024 | $23,760 |
| Agape Missionary Baptist Church Elkhart, IN | Congregational Wellness 4/2024 | $6,250 |
| Aldersgate United Methodist Church Evansville, IN | Feasibility Study 5/2024 | $6,750 |
| Allen Chapel AME Indianapolis, IN | Youth Ministry 9/2024 | $10,198 |
| Alternative Ministry Indianapolis, IN | Sound System and Musical Instruments 6/2024 | $25,000 |
| Amazing Grace Christian Church Indianapolis, IN | Video Production 4/2024 | $25,000 |
| Amistad Cristiana Presbiteriana Church Fort Wayne, IN | Building Work 11/2023 | $25,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| REV DAVID MELLOTT | PRESIDENT, CHRISTIAN THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY | 1 | — |
| REV DR ANDREW POMERVILLE | PRESIDENT, LOUISVILLE THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY | 1 | — |
| CHARLITTA WINSTON | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| COLLEEN KENNEY | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| ELIZABETH CLAY | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| Javier Mondragon | Board Member (Start Dec 2024) | 1 | — |
| MR TED WAGGONER | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| REV ANNETTRA R JONES | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| REV DR LYNN MARTIN | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| REV MICHAEL JEFFERSON II | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| REV RICHARD HAMM | CHAIR, BOARD OF DIRECTORS | 1 | — |
| ASHLEY IVY | SENIOR DIRECTOR OF FINANCE | 35 | $140,292 |
| TIMOTHY SHAPIRO | PRESIDENT | 35 | $195,536 |
| DAVID MATTHEW BURKE | SENIOR DIRECTOR OF RESOURCE CONSULTING AND GRANTS | 35 | $128,349 |
| KARA FARIS | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF PROGRAMS | 35 | $148,642 |
| MCKENZIE SCOTT LEWIS | SENIOR DIRECTOR OF CONGREGATIONS WITH COMMUNITY | 35 | $126,718 |
| Ryan Robinson | Senior Director of Talent and Culture | 35 | $146,712 |
| SUSAN WEBER | SENIOR DIRECTOR OF EVALUATION AND COMMUNICATION | 35 | $154,055 |
Contact Information
- Website: www.centerforcongregations.org
- Telephone: 317-237-7799
- EIN: 30-0001093
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Indianapolis Center for Congregations Inc fund?
The organization's purpose is to strengthen Indiana congregations by helping them find and use the best resources available to address their challenges and opportunities, and to share what they learn with the broader faith community nationwide. The Center operates through four primary service areas: • **Grants**: Matching and special grants to fund a wide range of congregational expenses, resources, and activities • **Consulting**: Free consulting services that listen to congregational needs an…
How do I apply for a grant from Indianapolis Center for Congregations Inc?
The Center awarded grants to over 300 congregations in recent activity. Typical grant awards range from $5,006 to $100,000. Recent grant examples include: • Crossroads Community Church of Kokomo: $100,000 (Congregations With Community, 2024) • Way Church: $100,000 (Congregations With Community, 2024) • South Bend City Church: $75,000 (Congregations With Community, 2024) Total grant distribution in 2024 was $7,864,790 across 218+ grants.
Where does Indianapolis Center for Congregations Inc make grants?
The Center serves congregations throughout Indiana, with five regional offices: • **Central**: 303 North Alabama Street, Suite 100, Indianapolis, IN 46204 (317-237-7799) • **Northwest**: 9801 Connecticut Drive, Suite 200, Crown Point, IN 46307 (219-472-4938) • **Northeast**: 7906 Carnegie Boulevard, Fort Wayne, IN 46804 (260-435-1880) • **Southeast**: 100 South Chestnut Street, Seymour, IN 47274 The organization provided resource consulting services to over 2,000 congregations across Indiana an…
What size grants does Indianapolis Center for Congregations Inc award?
In 2024, Indianapolis Center for Congregations Inc awarded 336 grants totaling $7.6M — an average of about $23K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Indianapolis Center for Congregations Inc's EIN?
Indianapolis Center for Congregations Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 30-0001093. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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